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@Whorty
Happened to me once, about 15 years ago cycling through Hackney to Walthamstow. Was late-ish, been for a few sherbets so was not really thinking straight. I stopped at some lights and a guy walked up to me and asked the way to a 'chippy'. I stupidly answered then he held on to the frame and another guy appeared in front of the bike - they told me to get off.
I argued for a few secs whilst I unstrapped my helmet and asked if he wanted the helemt too. He said 'nah, just ya bike'. By this time I raised the helmet via the strap above my head and said in a more threatening voice 'well, if you take the bike you're gonna get the fukcin helmet as well'. I think it then clicked what I meant and he let go and backed off. Chap in front moved off and I peddled sharpish back home .... I must admit, I RLJ's every one 'til I got home :)